How many carbs in a sweet tea?
Not keto-friendly
Not really. A 12 oz sweet tea has about 20–30 g of carbs, 80 to 120% of a 25 g daily limit in one drink.
Where the carbs come from
Sugar syrup stirred in while the tea is hot.
How to order it
Ask for unsweetened tea and add your own sweetener.
Lower-carb orders
Non-alcoholic, lowest to highest
Water, coffee and tea are zero carbs. The carbs come from milk, juice, syrup and sugar. A large latte or a sweet tea can hold as much sugar as dessert.
At a glance
Typical range for a standard pour. Carbs in drinks are mostly sugar, so net and total carbs are about the same.
The rule for non-alcoholic
Coffee and tea without milk or sugar, sparkling water, or heavy cream instead of milk.
Carb ranges are approximate and vary by brand, recipe and pour. Alcohol can hit harder on a low-carb diet. Do not drink if pregnant or underage, and talk to your doctor about alcohol if you take medication or have diabetes. See our health disclaimer.
Quick answers
Is sweet tea keto?
Not really. A 12 oz sweet tea has about 20–30 g of carbs, 80 to 120% of a 25 g daily limit in one drink.
How many carbs are in sweet tea?
About 20–30 g per 12 oz. Sugar syrup stirred in while the tea is hot. Brands, recipes and pours vary, so treat it as a range.
How do I order sweet tea on keto?
Ask for unsweetened tea and add your own sweetener.
What is the lowest-carb non-alcoholic drink?
Sparkling water (unsweetened) (0 g), Water (0 g), Black coffee or espresso (0–1 g). Coffee and tea without milk or sugar, sparkling water, or heavy cream instead of milk.
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